Echigo 'Koshihikari' Rice Lager 500ml
Primary flavours

Lemon Balm

Orange Rind

Yellow Apple

Biscuit
Cereal

Wheat
Details
Blending tradition and innovation, this masterpiece is a true testament to the art of Japanese brewing. Sourced from the fertile fields of Echigo, the revered Koshihikari rice adds a touch of refinement to this premium lager, meticulously polished to perfection. With every sip, you'll be captivated by its smoothness, delicate aroma, and subtle sweetness, a result of skillful fermentation and ageing.
Welcome to Echigo Brewery, a captivating oasis for beer enthusiasts nestled in the heart of Niigata. Established in 1994, the brewery blends ancient knowledge with modern techniques to create brews that transcend the ordinary. Situated amid lush rice fields and blessed by the purest water, the brewery crafts an exquisite range of ales and lagers, each sip telling a tale of craftsmanship and passion. Whether you're a seasoned beer connoisseur or a curious newcomer, Echigo Brewery promises an intoxicating journey through the art and science of brewing. Echigo Brewery is well recognised as one of the first and definitely one of the leading Japanese craft beer brands. They have a love of using local ingredients - Niigata grown rice, hops, & malts. This is a perfect pairing to delicately flavoured dishes.
Welcome to Echigo Brewery, a captivating oasis for beer enthusiasts nestled in the heart of Niigata. Established in 1994, the brewery blends ancient knowledge with modern techniques to create brews that transcend the ordinary. Situated amid lush rice fields and blessed by the purest water, the brewery crafts an exquisite range of ales and lagers, each sip telling a tale of craftsmanship and passion. Whether you're a seasoned beer connoisseur or a curious newcomer, Echigo Brewery promises an intoxicating journey through the art and science of brewing. Echigo Brewery is well recognised as one of the first and definitely one of the leading Japanese craft beer brands. They have a love of using local ingredients - Niigata grown rice, hops, & malts. This is a perfect pairing to delicately flavoured dishes.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards light bodied, low sweetness, with low acidity, no fruitiness, low tannins, low alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Niigata
country
Japan
Grape type
Lager
Wine Maker
Echigo
Alcohol
5.5%
Vintage
NV
Cellar period
1-3 years
Production method
Vegan
Pairing guide
We’re yet to meet anyone who doesn’t enjoy a cool beer with their lunch, but this beauty from Echigo Brewery in Niigata takes the cake. This beauty is going to be fantastic paired with breaded and fried dishes, whether chicken, pork, vegetables, fish, seafood… or anything else for that matter. French fries loaded with your favourite toppings are also a winner, as are dishes of shellfish, crispy tofu, and classic Indian starters like bhajis and samosas.
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